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9 Free Global Land Cover / Land Use Data Sets

Over the span of your life, how much has the Earth changed? Quite a bit, but you probably just can’t put a number to it. You actually CAN with land cover.

Harmonized Environmental & Demographic Data with TerraPop

TerraPop delivers internationally comparable environment and demographic data at a global scale – this includes raster, area-level and micro-data.

5 Free Global DEM Data Sources – Digital Elevation Models

Want to elevate your chances of finding a digital elevation model? Sure you do. You should dive into our list of free global DEM data sources.

15 Free Satellite Imagery Data Sources

If you want free satellite imagery, there’s no better way to do it then follow this incredibly useful guide. We rank the best sources of free satellite data.

How to Download Free Sentinel Satellite Data

If you want to download Sentinel satellite data, then you’ve come to the right place. We show you step-by-step how to obtain free Sentinel satellite data.

Topographic Map - USGS Formats DRG, DLG and DOQ

USGS Formats DLG, DRG and DOQ – Vector and Raster Formats

Over the years, the USGS has been a driving force in the production of GIS data. The USGS formats we explore are DLG, DRG and DOQ.

TIGER GIS Data (Topologically Integrated Geographic Encoding & Referencing)

TIGER GIS data has transformed the GIS environment because it was the first nationwide digital map. It stimulated projects like MapQuest, Yahoo & Google.

Top 6 Free LiDAR Data Sources

Does it feel like a big challenge to find LiDAR data sources? Master the art of attaining LiDAR at no cost with this list of 6 free LiDAR data sources.

10 Free GIS Data Sources: Best Global Raster and Vector Datasets (2019)

Turbo-charge your search for free GIS data with this list of 10 free, downloadable global GIS datasets from highly reputable sources – vector and raster.

Natural Earth Data – Free GIS Public Domain Data

Natural Earth data is a free raster and vector (cultural and physical) data package containing the most common elements that you need to create a map.

Remote Sensing

The Big Satellite List. 50 Satellites. 30 Words or Less.

Think you know remote sensing satellites? Think again. This satellite list has the top 50 satellites that silently orbit the Earth. In 30 words or less.
Software

The Hidden Powers of QGIS 3: 33 Truly Underappreciated Features and Plugins

When QGIS releases a new version, it’s kinda a big deal. Because the unsung heroes of open source GIS software are back! It’s their third big release. QGIS 3!
GIS Career

1000 GIS Applications & Uses – How GIS Is Changing the World

From over 50 industries, here are 1000 GIS applications to open your mind of our amazing planet, its interconnectivity with location intelligence in mind.

Maps & Cartography

Magnetic North vs Geographic (True) North Pole

The Magnetic North Pole is a point in Northern Canada where the northern lines of attraction enter the Earth. Compass needles point to the magnetic north.
Software

27 Differences Between ArcGIS and QGIS – The Most Epic GIS Software Battle in GIS History

It’s a head-to-head GIS software showdown with the star-studded lineup in the GIS industry- ArcGIS vs QGIS. Discover the differences between ArcGIS and QGIS
Software

13 Free GIS Software Options: Map the World in Open Source

There’s a bucket load of free GIS software packages available for you to map the world. Manage, visualize and edit GIS data with open source GIS software.

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